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Excellent opportunity for postdocs and Ph.D. students in Computer Science with focus on AI.
The German Research Center for Artificial Intelligence (DFKI)
in Saarbruecken, Germany, cordially invites applications for
TWO OPEN POSITIONS for AI Researchers (m/f/d)
in the DFKI research department of agents and simulated reality (ASR).
Both full-time positions are initially limited to three years.
We offer
- A competitive salary depending on qualification and working experience
- The opportunity to perform research in an innovative, agile and professional work environment
- The opportunity to work for a PhD thesis, if appropriate
- Excellent industry contacts
ABOUT DFKI:
The German Research Center for Artificial Intelligence (DFKI) is Germany's leading
business-oriented research institution in the field of innovative software technologies
based on artificial intelligence methods. In the international scientific community,
DFKI ranks among the most recognized Centers of Excellence and currently is the
biggest research center worldwide in the area of Artificial Intelligence and its
application in terms of number of employees and the volume of external funds.
The DFKI cooperates closely with national and international companies.
The DFKI ASR research department Agents and Simulated Reality, headed by
Prof. Dr. Philipp Slusallek, develops innovative methods of Artificial Intelligence (AI),
Visual Computing and High-Performance Computing for applications mainly in the areas of
Industry 4.0, Smart Living, and Autonomous Driving.
The I2S research team of the ASR department, headed by PD Dr. Matthias Klusch, performs
research and development of intelligent information systems in the Internet and Web.
Main focus of the team is on the application of Artificial Intelligence (AI), Agent Technologies,
Services Computing, and Semantic Technologies for innovative means of intelligent data analysis
and service coordination.
Saarbruecken is the capital of the small federal state Saarland located in South-West Germany;
it is a stone's throw away from France and the Grand Duchy of Luxembourg. The city in the valley
of the river Saar has around 190.000 citizens and is one of the economic centres of the European
Saar-Lor-Lux region, while a certain "savoir vivre" mentality permeates the regional atmosphere.
DFKI in Saarbruecken is located on the campus of the Saarland University together with other
renown research institutes in computer science such as the Max-Planck institutes for informatics
and software systems.
OPEN POSITIONS:
+++ Position 1 (Job reference 91-19/PS): Researcher +++
The successful applicant will perform research and development in the context of an
European research project on intelligent, conversational agents and service coordination
in support of the reception and integration of migrants in Europe.
The project is expected to commence on February 1, 2020.
Main task of the successful applicant is research and development of AI methods for
context-based planning and execution of semantic services through
virtual assistants (intelligent agents) of distributed, mobile applications.
We expect applicants to have the following qualification, skills and competencies:
- An above-average Master (MSc) degree in computer science
(or in a discipline with significant overlap with computer science)
and focus on AI.
- Good knowledge and working expertise, ideally with a proven record of publications,
in at least two of the following fields:
- Semantic Web
- Services Computing
- Intelligent Agents
- AI Planning
and the willingness to get familiarized with these subject areas quickly,
sufficiently, and independently when needed.
- Strong programming skills in Java, C++; Web services programming;
Working knowledge of Protegé (ontology development), Android app development.
Basic knowledge of agent-oriented programming is of advantage.
- Excellent spoken and written command of English
- Independent, committed and highly team-oriented way of working
This position can also be filled as (Senior) Engineer depending on qualification and experience.
+++ Position 2 (Job reference 86-19/PS): Researcher +++
Main task of the successful applicant is research and development of
hybrid and trustworthy AI methods of machine learning and planning,
in particular explainable, hybrid learning and reasoning techniques
with prevalent application in the field of autonomous driving.
We expect applicants to have the following qualification, skills and competencies:
- Very good master degree in computer science (or a discipline with
significant overlap with computer science) and focus on AI
- Good knowledge in one or more relevant subject areas such as
machine learning, automated planning and reasoning, semantic technologies,
and the willingness to familiarize yourself with the subjects quickly, sufficiently,
and independently when needed.
- Good proficiency in software engineering, e.g. Java, C#, Python
- Excellent English language skills (speaking and writing)
- Independent, committed and highly team-oriented way of working
HOW TO APPLY:
To apply, please send your application material including
- a meaningful cover letter
including job reference number, your earliest starting date, salary expectation
- a detailed professional resume (CV)
including contact details of two referees,
- url-pointers to up to 5 relevant publications (if applicable),
- scanned copies of transcripts (of records) and certificates,
and in digital form (printable PDF only)
by email to PD. Dr. Matthias Klusch at matthias.klusch@dfki.de
in cc to Dr. Oliver Keller at oliver.keller@dfki.de and Dr. Christian Müller at christian.mueller@dfki.de
For informal inquiries about the position please contact PD. Dr. Matthias Klusch
either via Email: matthias.klusch@dfki.de, or phone: +49 681 85775 5297
DFKI is an equal opportunity employer. Priority will be given to applicants with severe disabilities
if their professional and personal qualifications are essentially the same. DFKI intends to increase
the proportion of women in science and therefore expressly invites women to apply.
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